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Gainesville
Saturday, January 25th, 2025
Good morning, Gainesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Gainesville community is uniting to fund a wheelchair-accessible van for the Mason family, enabling them to travel together for the first time in years due to their two sons' cerebral palsy. Alachua Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Monica Benson, a special education teacher at Sidney Lanier Center, has been named Alachua County's 2025 Teacher of the Year. The Gainesville Sun
- ➤ The University of Florida marks the 100th anniversary of the Andrew Anderson Memorial Pipe Organ with a week-long celebration featuring music, history, and performances. WUFT
- ➤ The Florida Board of Governors is evaluating the economic return of degrees in women's and gender studies compared to finance, nursing, and civil engineering at UF to guide future funding decisions. The Independent Florida Alligator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Gainesville has posted notices for upcoming city meetings between January 27 and February 2, 2025, including agendas and participation details. Alachua Chronicle
SCIENCE NEWS
- ➤ University of Florida engineers created a lab-on-a-chip device for DNA purification, promising faster analysis and high-quality results for research and disease diagnosis. The Gainesville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former University of Florida basketball coach Mike White returns to coach against his old team as No. 6 Florida seeks its 12th consecutive win over Georgia. GatorSports
- ➤ The Florida Gators gymnastics team achieved a season-high score of 198.125, outperforming Georgia with stellar performances across all events. WCJB
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Hoggetowne Medieval Faire Comes to Downtown Gainesville
Experience a celebration of medieval culture at Depot Park featuring artisans, performances, food, and exciting activities.
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Intensive Writers' Workshop
This full-day workshop provides aspiring writers with a focused environment to enhance their skills and craft.
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Florida’s Favorite Comedy Show at Hippodrome Theatre
Florida's Favorite Comedy Show features top comedians in a lively atmosphere at the Hippodrome Theatre, promising an evening of laughter and entertainment.
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Florida Gators vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Women's Basketball
The Florida Gators Women's Basketball team competes against the Alabama Crimson Tide in a special Play4Kay Breast Cancer Awareness game.
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Cooking Class: A Flavorful Cooking Experience
Participants will learn to prepare traditional dishes like crispy spring rolls and Senegalese rice, followed by a tasting experience at the Working Food Community Center.
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Super Bowl 59 Kickoff Watch Party at Depot Village
Depot Village in Gainesville, Florida is hosting a family-friendly watch party for Super Bowl 59, featuring food, drinks, and live game viewing.
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Riverdance 30th Anniversary Tour
Riverdance celebrates its 30th anniversary with a special tour featuring innovative choreography, new costumes, and the introduction of a new generation of performers.
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Florida Gators vs. Stetson Hatters Softball Game
This event features a softball match between the Florida Gators and Stetson University Hatters at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium in Gainesville, FL.
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Florida Gators Softball vs. Boston College Eagles
The Florida Gators host the Boston College Eagles for a softball matchup at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.
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Air Force Academy Falcons at Florida Gators Baseball Game
The Florida Gators will face off against the Air Force Academy Falcons in a baseball game at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, FL.
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